Lovering, George Mason - The National Medal of Honor Museum

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U.S. Army

Lovering, George Mason

ConflictCivil War

RankFirst Lieutenant

Year of Action1863

Unit/CommandCompany I, 4th Massachusetts Infantry

BirthplaceNew Hampshire

Citation

During a momentary confusion in the ranks caused by other troops rushing upon the regiment, this soldier, with coolness and determination, rendered efficient aid in preventing a panic among the troops.

Branch: U.S. Army Conflict: Civil War Year of Action: 1863

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